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So, You're Going On A Trail Ride, Gabriela Murza, Katelyn Barsnick, Karl Hoopes Jun 2024

So, You're Going On A Trail Ride, Gabriela Murza, Katelyn Barsnick, Karl Hoopes

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Horse trail rides provide an opportunity for individuals to partner with horses to experience the natural world in a new way. However, we should consider the physical demands it places on both riders and horses. Adequate preparation, including selecting appropriate clothing, employing safe riding practices, and engaging in pre-ride stretches to enhance rider fitness, allows participants to fully appreciate the experience.

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Skills To Support Mental Health In Uncertain Times, Part 1: Being Open, Rachel Byers, Heather H. Kelley, Ty Aller, Timothy Keady Jan 2024

Skills To Support Mental Health In Uncertain Times, Part 1: Being Open, Rachel Byers, Heather H. Kelley, Ty Aller, Timothy Keady

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This fact sheet describes the skill of being open, an important component of psychological flexibility. Psychological flexibility, being able to respond to uncomfortable thoughts and feelings in a flexible and values-aligned way, can help protect and improve an individual's quality of life. Openness includes learning to accept uncomfortable thoughts and sensations rather than pushing them away. The fact sheet includes exercises that research has shown can help increase openness. Two other fact sheets are part of this Skills to Support Mental Health in Uncertain Times series, including "Part 2: Cultivating Awareness," and "Part 3: Being Engaged."

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Skills To Support Mental Health In Uncertain Times, Part 3: Being Engaged, Heather H. Kelley, Rachel Byers, Ty Aller, Timothy Keady Dec 2023

Skills To Support Mental Health In Uncertain Times, Part 3: Being Engaged, Heather H. Kelley, Rachel Byers, Ty Aller, Timothy Keady

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This fact sheet is the third in a series of three about skills to improve mental health. It addresses how being engaged involves aligning your actions with your values (what you care about). This can be done by setting goals and committing to following through with the goals.

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Skills To Support Mental Health In Uncertain Times, Part 2: Cultivating Awareness, Heather H. Kelley, Rachel Byers, Ty Aller, Timothy Keady Dec 2023

Skills To Support Mental Health In Uncertain Times, Part 2: Cultivating Awareness, Heather H. Kelley, Rachel Byers, Ty Aller, Timothy Keady

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Uncertainty and worry can be a common struggle for many people, whether they are uncertain about their jobs, health, or relationships. Events such as COVID-19 and the recent wars in Israel and Ukraine increase the stress and uncertainty many people face. This fact sheet discusses awareness, a fundamental part of psychological flexibility, which can help individuals maintain a high quality of life—even when experiencing uncertainty and mental health concerns.

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Stigma And Mothers Using Opioids, Amelia Van Komen, Maren Wright Voss, Amy Campbell Nov 2023

Stigma And Mothers Using Opioids, Amelia Van Komen, Maren Wright Voss, Amy Campbell

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Parenting and pregnancy in the context of substance use is a complicated topic. Many public health officials, social workers, policy makers, and community members want to provide effective support and treatment for the child and for the parent. But when stigma, prejudice, or misinformation occur, parents who use substances can be exposed to added barriers to accessing care and support. This fact sheet addresses solutions to these barriers.

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Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (Nas): What You Need To Know, Maren Wright Wright Voss, Amelia Van Komen, Emily Hamilton, Aarica Cleveland, Jaclyn Miller May 2023

Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome (Nas): What You Need To Know, Maren Wright Wright Voss, Amelia Van Komen, Emily Hamilton, Aarica Cleveland, Jaclyn Miller

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National overdose deaths continue to rise, with 2021 marking the first time U.S. overdose deaths topped 100,000 in a 12-month timeframe. Substance use, such as alcohol, cocaine, opioids, and marijuana, during pregnancy is also increasing. As the U.S. struggles with harmful substance use, a growing number of infants are born with neonatal abstinence syndrome (NAS), a harmful outcome of fetal exposure to substances. This fact sheet will talk about why and what to do, with recommendations for safe treatment and support during pregnancy.

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What You Need To Know As A Person With A Disability: Cervical And Breast Cancer Screenings, Rachel Byers, Timothy Keady Feb 2023

What You Need To Know As A Person With A Disability: Cervical And Breast Cancer Screenings, Rachel Byers, Timothy Keady

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Research demonstrates that people with disabilities are at greater risk for cervical and breast cancer than people without disabilities. People with disabilities are also less likely to be screened for these cancers compared to people without disabilities. Individuals with disabilities have the right to receive cancer screenings in a timely manner and have the right to reasonable accommodations as outlined in the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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Cross-Cultural Collaborations For Addressing Opioid Use Disorder In Utah, Michelle Q. Chapoose, Cassandra Manning, Erin Fanning Madden, Katie Zaman, Claire Warnick, Suzanne M. Prevedel, Sandra H. Sulzer Feb 2023

Cross-Cultural Collaborations For Addressing Opioid Use Disorder In Utah, Michelle Q. Chapoose, Cassandra Manning, Erin Fanning Madden, Katie Zaman, Claire Warnick, Suzanne M. Prevedel, Sandra H. Sulzer

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Cross-cultural collaboration allows for more effective interventions for opioid use disorder among tribal communities. Practicing cultural humility, incorporating Indigenous knowledge, and amplifying Indigenous voices are crucial to the cross-cultural collaboration process. This process can ensure that interventions that address opioid use disorder meet the needs of tribal communities.

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How Healthcare Providers Can Support Timely Cervical And Breast Cancer Screenings For Individuals With Disabilities, Rachel Byers, Timothy Keady Dec 2022

How Healthcare Providers Can Support Timely Cervical And Breast Cancer Screenings For Individuals With Disabilities, Rachel Byers, Timothy Keady

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This fact sheet outlines how healthcare providers can apply current evidence and best practices in screening for cervical cancer and breast cancer in individuals with disabilities.

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Coping With Grief And Loss For Agricultural Producers, Jacob D. Gossner, Elizabeth B. Fauth, Tasha Howard Oct 2022

Coping With Grief And Loss For Agricultural Producers, Jacob D. Gossner, Elizabeth B. Fauth, Tasha Howard

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As humans, we are social beings who form strong relationships; when these relationships end, through death, divorce, or estrangement, it is natural to feel a sense of loss. This resource is meant to provide some ideas for agricultural producers (individuals and families) seeking to cope with and respond to losing a loved one. We also include information for agricultural producers experiencing other types of loss, such as losing the farm or livestock.

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Debunking Covid-19 Myths In Utah, Jessica Ulrich-Schad, Aaron Hunt Oct 2022

Debunking Covid-19 Myths In Utah, Jessica Ulrich-Schad, Aaron Hunt

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Authors identified common myths about the COVID-19 vaccine and booster from a survey of over 500 adults across the state of Utah. This poster displays the myths and the respective facts. It includes links for finding more information and a place to get vaccinated or boosted.

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Accepting Uncomfortable Emotions: Learning From Car Dashboards And Manure, Jacob D. Gossner, Elizabeth B. Fauth, Tasha Howard Sep 2022

Accepting Uncomfortable Emotions: Learning From Car Dashboards And Manure, Jacob D. Gossner, Elizabeth B. Fauth, Tasha Howard

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Agricultural producers can face many stressors, such as long hours coupled with challenging, unpredictable conditions, which can give rise to challenging thoughts and feelings at times. Phrases you may hear in modern culture as you approach difficulty may be "pull yourself together," "quit worrying," or "get over it." However, these aren't the best processes for working through hard emotions. Cultivating acceptance is a way to combat traditional rationalization and work through emotions.

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Opioid Facts For Youth, Timothy Keady, Stacey Macarthur, Gabriela Murza, Suzanne Prevedel Oct 2021

Opioid Facts For Youth, Timothy Keady, Stacey Macarthur, Gabriela Murza, Suzanne Prevedel

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This fact sheet explains what opioids are, lists street names, and reviews the risks of using or misusing opioids. It reviews reasons why youth may abuse opioids. Ways youth can help and support peers are included as well as resources to get educated and find treatment for substance abuse and addiction. Several poster-styled and social media-compatible posters are included as an additional file that youth can share with other youth to spread the message and encourage safety.

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Opioid Use Disorder (Oud) And Pregnancy In Utah, Saralyn Margetts, Erin Fanning Madden, Lauran Hymas, Katie Zaman, Gabriela Murza, Suzanne Prevedel, Sandra H. Sulzer Oct 2021

Opioid Use Disorder (Oud) And Pregnancy In Utah, Saralyn Margetts, Erin Fanning Madden, Lauran Hymas, Katie Zaman, Gabriela Murza, Suzanne Prevedel, Sandra H. Sulzer

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Over the past twenty years, opioid use during pregnancy has become much more common (Haight et al., 2018). Opioids may be prescribed for pain management or the treatment of an opioid use disorder (OUD). For example, methadone or buprenorphine are medications recommended for pregnant women with OUD. Opioid use may also include misusing prescription painkillers or using illicit drugs such as heroin. Regardless of the nature of opioid use, it is important for pregnant women to know how opioid use can impact their pregnancy and what treatment options are available.

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Opioid Fast Facts For Parents, Timothy Keady, Paige Wray, Katie Zaman, Gabriela Murza, Gabriel Glissmeyer, Elizabeth Elsmore, Maren Wright Wright Voss, Suzanne Prevedel, Sandra H. Sulzer Oct 2021

Opioid Fast Facts For Parents, Timothy Keady, Paige Wray, Katie Zaman, Gabriela Murza, Gabriel Glissmeyer, Elizabeth Elsmore, Maren Wright Wright Voss, Suzanne Prevedel, Sandra H. Sulzer

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This fact sheet explains what opioids are and how they are used--or misused, which can lead to opioid use disorder (OUD). The information provided can help parents understand what questions to ask if a doctor prescribes opioids, and ways parents can safeguard their child against opioid misuse. It also includes ideas for managing an emergency, namely, using naloxone to address overdose.

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If You Suspect Your Child Is Using Opioids, Gabriela Murza, Timothy Keady, Paige Wray, Elizabeth Elsmore, Gabriel Glissmeyer, Suzanne Prevedel, Sandra H. Sulzer Oct 2021

If You Suspect Your Child Is Using Opioids, Gabriela Murza, Timothy Keady, Paige Wray, Elizabeth Elsmore, Gabriel Glissmeyer, Suzanne Prevedel, Sandra H. Sulzer

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Opioid use disorders touch the lives of many families, and numerous factors influence the decision to use substances. Your child’s drug use does not mean that you are unsuccessful at parenting. This fact sheet considers actions a parent can take to support a child suspected of using opioids. A number of local and national resources are also listed for further guidance and support services.

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Breastfeeding: Tools For Success, Norah Ashby, Casey Coombs, Stacy Bevan, Mateja R. Savoie-Roskos Oct 2021

Breastfeeding: Tools For Success, Norah Ashby, Casey Coombs, Stacy Bevan, Mateja R. Savoie-Roskos

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Every mother has a unique breastfeeding experience. Breastfeeding is natural, but that does not mean it comes naturally to every mother. The benefits of exclusively breastfeeding for the first six months and supplemental breastfeeding through the second year of life are well documented (Lessen & Kavanagh, 2015). However, there are many barriers that may prevent mothers from breastfeeding, including discomfort or pain, milk supply concerns, or simply not knowing how to breastfeed (Lessen & Kavanagh, 2015; Westerfield et al., 2018). Fortunately, there are a variety of tools that mothers can use to create a successful breastfeeding experience (Dennis et al., …

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Mejore Su Salud, Celina Wille, Laura Licon, Laura Paola Johnson, Anny Galvin Aug 2021

Mejore Su Salud, Celina Wille, Laura Licon, Laura Paola Johnson, Anny Galvin

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Create Better Health/Mejore su salud es una versión cultural adaptada de Create Better Health evaluada por expertos y escrita en español, Create Better Health es un currículo del programa Create Better Health Utah SNAP-Ed originalmente adaptado de Creates: Essentials in Creating Family Meals por Debra Christofferson, M.D.A., R.D., C.D. Los miembros del equipo de publicación de la versión en inglés son: Casey Coombs, M.S., R.D., C.D., subdirectora de Create Better Health Utah; Jaqueline Neid-Avila, M.D.A., R.D., C.D .; y editores / colaboradores Heidi LeBlanc, M.S., directora de Create Better Health Utah.

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Why Is Safe Food Handling Important? [English/Karen], Celina Wille Jul 2021

Why Is Safe Food Handling Important? [English/Karen], Celina Wille

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This handout, available here in both English and Karen, provides information to prevent illness through safe food handling practices.

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Why Is Safe Food Handling Important? [English/Spanish], Celina Wille Jul 2021

Why Is Safe Food Handling Important? [English/Spanish], Celina Wille

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This handout, available here in both English and Spanish, provides information to prevent illness through safe food handling practices.

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Why Is Safe Food Handling Important? [English/Arabic], Celina Wille Jul 2021

Why Is Safe Food Handling Important? [English/Arabic], Celina Wille

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This handout, available here in both English and Arabic, provides information to prevent illness through safe food handling practices.

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Why Is Safe Food Handling Important? [English/Somali], Celina Wille Jul 2021

Why Is Safe Food Handling Important? [English/Somali], Celina Wille

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This handout, available here in both English and Somali, provides information to prevent illness through safe food handling practices.

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Why Is Safe Food Handling Important? [English/Tigrinya], Celina Wille Jul 2021

Why Is Safe Food Handling Important? [English/Tigrinya], Celina Wille

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This handout, available here in both English and Tigrinya, provides information to prevent illness through safe food handling practices.

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What Can You Do To Prevent Spreading The Coronavirus (Covid-19)?, Celina Wille, Teresa Hunsaker Jul 2021

What Can You Do To Prevent Spreading The Coronavirus (Covid-19)?, Celina Wille, Teresa Hunsaker

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This infographic is part of a series of eight graphically depicted COVID-19 prevention messages in English and Spanish, covering virus survival times, personal prevention practices, use of homemade cleaning products, and techniques to maintain a virus-free personal and home environment. This fact sheet provides information on practices to prevent disease.

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Follow These Procedures For Cleaning Fruits And Vegetables - Sturdy Fruits And Vegetables, Celina Wille, Teresa Hunsaker Jul 2021

Follow These Procedures For Cleaning Fruits And Vegetables - Sturdy Fruits And Vegetables, Celina Wille, Teresa Hunsaker

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This infographic is part of a series of eight graphically depicted COVID-19 prevention messages developed in English and Spanish, covering virus survival times, personal prevention practices, use of homemade cleaning products, and techniques to maintain a virus-free personal and home environment. This fact sheet provides information about cleaning sturdy fruits and vegetables such as green beans, asparagus, cucumbers, and melons.

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How To Clean Electronic Items To Prevent Coronavirus (Covid-19), Celina Wille, Teresa Hunsaker Jul 2021

How To Clean Electronic Items To Prevent Coronavirus (Covid-19), Celina Wille, Teresa Hunsaker

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This infographic is part of a series of eight graphically depicted COVID-19 prevention messages developed in English and Spanish, covering virus survival times, personal prevention practices, use of homemade cleaning products, and techniques to maintain a virus-free personal and home environment.This infographic provides facts about cleaning electronics.

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Follow These Procedures For Cleaning Fruits And Vegetables, Celina Wille, Teresa Hunsaker Jul 2021

Follow These Procedures For Cleaning Fruits And Vegetables, Celina Wille, Teresa Hunsaker

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This infographic is part of a series of eight graphically depicted COVID-19 prevention messages available in English and Spanish, covering virus survival times, personal prevention practices, use of homemade cleaning products, and techniques to maintain a virus-free personal and home environment. This infographic provides facts about cleaning fruits and vegetables.

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Follow These Procedures For Cleaning Fruits And Vegetables - Lettuce And Other Leafy Greens And Root Vegetables, Celina Wille, Teresa Hunsaker Jul 2021

Follow These Procedures For Cleaning Fruits And Vegetables - Lettuce And Other Leafy Greens And Root Vegetables, Celina Wille, Teresa Hunsaker

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This infographic is part of a series of eight graphically depicted COVID-19 prevention messages developed in English and Spanish, covering virus survival times, personal prevention practices, use of homemade cleaning products, and techniques to maintain a virus-free personal and home environment. This fact sheet provides information about cleaning lettuce and other leafy greens and root vegetables.

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Follow These Procedures For Cleaning Fruits And Vegetables - Tender Fruits And Vegetables, Celina Wille, Teresa Hunsaker Jul 2021

Follow These Procedures For Cleaning Fruits And Vegetables - Tender Fruits And Vegetables, Celina Wille, Teresa Hunsaker

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This infographic is part of a series of eight graphically depicted COVID-19 Prevention messages developed in English and Spanish, covering virus survival times, personal prevention practices, use of homemade cleaning products, and techniques to maintain a virus-free personal and home environment. This fact sheet provides information about cleaning tender fruits and vegetables such as tomatoes, ripe stone fruits, mushrooms, and berries.

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How Long Can The Coronavirus (Covid-19) Survive?, Celina Wille, Teresa Hunsaker Jul 2021

How Long Can The Coronavirus (Covid-19) Survive?, Celina Wille, Teresa Hunsaker

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This infographic is part of a series of eight graphically depicted COVID-19 prevention messages developed in English and Spanish, covering virus survival times, personal prevention practices, use of homemade cleaning products, and techniques to maintain a virus-free personal and home environment. This fact sheet provides information about the survival times of the virus.

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